Surprising Truths about Dry Needling You Can’t Afford to Miss

Dry needling is a modern treatment that involves skilled practitioners inserting acupuncture needles into specific areas of muscles tightness known as trigger points. Trigger points are often the culprit behind the pain you’re experiencing, and once they’re treated, you can gain benefits such as:

  • Improved mobility and flexibility
  • Increased tissue healing and recovery
  • Reduced pain
  • Reduced inflammation

Common Misconceptions about Dry needling:

“Dry needling is the same as acupuncture”.

Although both treatment styles use the same needle, the technique and placement is different. Acupuncture is based on the body’s meridian channels and restoring energy balance, whereas dry needling is targeted at specific trigger points. Therefore, your acupuncture experience (whether helpful or not) will not necessarily be the same as your experience with dry needling.

“ Dry needling has many side effects”.

Side effects are typically mild and brief. Like with most hands-on treatment, you may experience muscle soreness for 1-2 days as a sign that your body is adjusting to the treatment.

“Dry needling is only for muscle pain”.

While dry needling is widely recognised for its effectiveness for treating muscle pain and tightness, it is also beneficial for other conditions such as chronic pain, fibromyalgia, and joint problems like knee pain.

Contact Us:

So hopefully you’re better informed as to the benefits of dry needling for your condition. If you’re interested in this treatment  or have any further questions, call us at 1800 115 995 or email me at michael@painfreephysio.com

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